Director of Communications

IABC Houston; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Wellness programs

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Vacation and leave

Job summary

The Harris County District Attorney’s Office in Houston is seeking a seasoned communications leader to manage external communications, media relations, and digital presence.

You will draft speeches, create content for the website and social channels, and guide branding while coordinating with External Affairs and senior staff. A minimum of 12 years in news media, PR, or political campaigns is required, with strong knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act and ethics rules.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and with understanding of the Texas Public Information Act and ethics rules affecting prosecutors.
• Able to work effectively with senior executives and manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage media relations including responding to media inquiries, drafting press releases and statements, identifying cases of possible interest, and developing professional relationships with local and national media.
• Draft speeches for the District Attorney and senior staff.
• Design and develop content for HCDAO external facing digital content, including its website, and social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X).
• Design and develop content for HCDAO external facing print materials including flyers and informational brochures.
• Work with data scientists and HCDAO Information Technology to identify and visualize prosecutorial trends.
• Develop and maintain the HCDAO’s logo, branding, and typography.
• Coordinate with HCDAO External Affairs to support community/grassroots initiatives.
• Coordinate with HCDAO government affairs consultants to support federal, state, and local legislative initiatives and activities.
• Counsel the District Attorney and senior executives on communications issues as they emerge.
• Manage staff members responsible for court and visual communications.

Skills

Excellent communications

Deadline-driven

PPIA knowledge

Staff leadership

Education

12+ years in media/PR

Job description

Harris County District Attorney's Office

Job Posting
Sep. 2, 2026

General Summary:

Manage external communications for the Harris County District Attorney’s Office (HCDAO), the biggest District Attorney office in Texas and the largest law firm in Houston.Responsible for developing and implementing programs designed to advance the mission of the office across a variety of vertical and horizontal communications platforms.Expertise in media relations is required and experience with digital media is preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage media relations including responding to media inquiries, drafting press releases and statements, identifying cases of possible interest, and developing professional relationships with local and national media.
• Draft speeches for the District Attorney and senior staff.
• Design and develop content for HCDAO external facing digital content, including its website, and social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X).
• Design and develop content for HCDAO external facing print materials including flyers and informational brochures.
• Work with data scientists and HCDAO Information Technology to identify and visualize prosecutorial trends.
• Develop and maintain the HCDAO’s logo, branding, and typography.
• Coordinate with HCDAO External Affairs in order to support its community/grassroots initiatives.
• Coordinate with HCDAO government affairs consultants to support federal, state, and local legislative initiatives and activities.
• Counsel the District Attorney and senior executives on communications issues as they emerge.
• Manage staff members responsible for court and visual communications.
• Report to HCDAO General Counsel with regular access to the District Attorney.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and with understanding of the unique requirements of the Texas Public Information Act and ethics rules affecting prosecutors.
• Able to work effectively with senior executives and manage staff.

Required Education / Experience:

• At least 12 years’ experience in news media, public relations, and/or political campaigns

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• This is a full time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. although evening and weekend hours are sometimes required. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.
• Salary Range: $175k-195k per year (depending on experience and qualifications)

Harris County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular (full-time) employees, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ten (10) days of vacation per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
• Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Additional benefits may be available to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees:

• Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
• Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program